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Wisconsin has about 30 downhill skiing and snowboarding areas, and skiing resorts extend from the Kettle Moraine area to the shores of Lake Superior. Several resorts are close to the Nicolet National Forest, which contains mountainous slopes surrounded by evergreen trees. Skiing activities offered at resorts cater to all skiing levels and children. Accommodations vary, consisting of lodges, guest rooms and cabins.

Whitecap Mountains Ski and Golf Resort

Whitecap Mountains Ski and Golf Resort, situated on the western section of the Lake Superior Snow Belt, is surrounded by three mountains and boasts 43 ski runs for beginners to advanced skiers. The 18-hole Skye Golf sits on the shores of Weber Lake and boasts ancient bedrock and mountaintop forests fairways above Lake Superior. On-site amenities include lake swimming, a pool and high-speed Internet access. Lodging rentals include fully-equipped kitchens, telephones, satellite television and VCRs.

Whitecap Mountains Ski and Golf Resort

9106 W County Rd. E

Upson, WI 54565

(715) 561-2227

skiwhitecap.com

Devils Head Resort and Convention Center

Devils Head Resort is in the South Central Wisconsin town of Merrimac, surrounded by the Baraboo Bluffs. The resort accommodates skiers and snowboarders of all levels and has 30 runs with long, steep turns. The resort provides ski lessons from Professional Ski Instructors of American Instructors for adults and children as young as 3 years old. The pro shop sells ski clothing and accessories. Lodges feature wireless Internet, balconies or patios, television and kitchen areas.

Devils Head Resort and Convention Center

6330 Bluff Road

Merrimac, WI 53561

(800) 472-6670

devilsheadresort.com

Alpine Valley Resort

Alpine Valley Resort boasts 12 ski slopes for beginner and expert skiers in the Kettle Moraine area of southeast Wisconsin. You may bring your own equipment or rent skiing accessories upon arrival. The resort provides ski lessons on a first-come, first-serve basis for adults and children as young as five years old. The resort offers 27 golf holes amid its mountains. The property has an indoor pool and whirlpool. Alpine accommodations provide satellite television.

Alpine Valley Resort

W2501 Country Road D

Elkhorn, WI 53121

(262) 64-7374

alpinevalleyresort.com

Afterglow Lake Resort

Afterglow Lake Resort in Phelps, Wisconsin, sits on a 240-acre property surrounded by the Nicolet National Forest between the Sylvania Wilderness and Anvil Trail Ski Trail. The resort features 11 miles of cross-country skiing trails and seven miles of snowshoeing trails. These trails connect to the Phelps Ski Trail at the national forest. The resort has a 300-foot hill designated for snow tubing. On-site amenities include an indoor sauna and a recreational facility. Cabins have full kitchens and wood-burning fireplaces.

Afterglow Lake Resort

5050 Sugar Maple Road

Phelps, WI 54554

(715) 545-2560

afterglowresort.com

Grand Geneva Resort and Spa

Grand Geneva Resort and Spa is a AAA Four-Diamond resort in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The resort features forested, mountainous terrain. The Mountain Top at the resort has 18 downhill slopes, 6 miles of cross-country skiing trails and snowboarding and snowshoeing areas. Mountain Top gives ski lessons to adults and children. The resort’s spa and salon performs a variety of spa treatments, and the fitness center offers indoor and outdoor activities, including rock wall climbing. Guest rooms have LCD flat screen televisions and spa products.

Grand Geneva Resort and Spa

7036 Grand Geneva Way

Lake Geneva, WI 53147

(800) 558-3417

grandgeneva.com

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Based in Tucson, Ariz., Cicely A. Richard has been writing since 1996. Her articles have been published in the “Arizona Daily Star” newspaper and “ForeWord Magazine.” Richard earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and journalism from Louisiana State University. .

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